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Preden odgovorimo na to vprašanje, se moramo vprašati, kaj sploh pričakujemo od te kave. Od naših pričakovanj je namreč odvisno, kam se bomo usedli oziroma ali se bomo sploh usedli – ali pa jo bomo spili kar po poti.

More than 25 years after Slovenia gained its independence from Yugoslavia, one can still find vestiges of the old country in the Slovenian capital. While socialism is still very much a contentious issue in day-to-day politics, yugonostalgia keeps on keeping on. Here is what Ljubljana has to offer to those looking for that retro fix.

I’d driven past it many times, always towards jagged mountain peaks of the Kamnik-Savinja Alps, and so it wasn’t until two years ago when I finally decided to visit Stari Grad with my family. As it turned out, it’s one of the coolest and most scenic short hikes in Slovenia. It’s a family-friendly 35-minute trail that teaches about wildlife and nature, and ends with amazing views over the Alps and Kamnik. A must-go if you’re in town!

Listening to some smooth jazzy beats is perfect for unwinding after a long day or simply elevating the mood. Luckily, there are places in Ljubljana to do just that. Did you know that jazz has been a staple in Ljubljana’s culture for a very long time? Why not explore the scene yourself?

Always in search of the hidden treasures of Slovenia, I made an incredible discovery – a real Russian dacha at the very gates of Ljubljana! How is that possible? Here’s what I found:

With vivid hues and falling leaves swirling in the autumn wind, the change in seasons invites to explore the great outdoors. While there is an interlude with the warm early autumn days slowly blending into crisp days, this is the best time to go out for a walk. Here are my top four locations in the Ljubljana city centre to soak up those vibrant colours of autumn.

In mid-July 2019, my partner and I were fortunate enough to tick lovely Ljubljana off our bucket lists. The city well and truly left its mark on my heart, so much so, in fact, that I was compelled to write an article about it.

If one thing’s for certain is that you’ll never go hungry in Ljubljana. There is a true myriad of flavours that satisfy every taste. But you don’t have to go to a fancy restaurant to enjoy some good food. Sometimes the best meals are the ones served on a paper plate or wrapped in tin foil. Grab some extra pair of napkins and enjoy some of the most unique street food you’ve ever seen.

At the turn of the century, many European cities embraced the new art movement called Art Nouveau or secession, that left its mark on art, architecture and design. Ljubljana was no exception, therefore typical secession style can be seen on numerous buildings, all inspired by scenes from nature, religion, folklore and geometry.

If you consider the invention of the wheel and the development of music to be among the most important foundations of a civilised society, it’s true! The first wooden wheel and the first musical instrument were both discovered here - so Slovenia really does have a strong claim.